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Entry Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer

Salas O'Brien


Job Location:

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 68000 - 74000
Posted: 1 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer

At Salas OBrien we tell our clients that were engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. Thats why were committed to living our values every day: inspiring achieving and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique meaningful and high-impact careerand theyll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975 Salas OBrien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm dedicated to making a positive impact for our clients our team and the world. We recognize that tomorrows requirements are todays opportunities and we are committed to designing lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers healthcare science and technology high-rise buildings clean energy education and other building types as well as structural and building sciences infrastructure asset management advanced robotics and more.

Our technical expertise is complemented by an exceptional team of business development human resources finance and accounting information technology and marketing professionals all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary:

The Entry-Level Plumbing and Fire Protection Designer will support all phases of a project from inception to completion of construction. This role is designed to foster growth and nurture design talents providing a solid foundation for a successful career in engineering. Reporting to a Team Lead and Project Manager you will collaborate with senior designers and engineers to perform design tasks at all stages of design and construction.

In this role you will:

  • Implement designs as directed by senior designers and engineers.
  • Collaborate with technical staff to design and detail new systems ensuring accuracy coordination and adherence to quality assurance measures.
  • Participate in on-site observations information gathering and interactions with clients and contractors during both the design and construction phases.
  • Design plumbing fire protection medical and laboratory gas systems following written and verbal directions from senior designers or engineers.
  • Coordinate designs with other disciplines to ensure constructability and maintainability of engineered systems.

You will receive comprehensive training and mentorship to help you grow your skills and advance your career. Our collaborative work environment and supportive team culture will provide you with the resources and opportunities to succeed. You will also have the chance to work with industry-leading software and tools contributing to impactful projects that align with our companys mission of achieving sustainable and innovative solutions.

Qualifications:

  • BS Mechanical Engineering or related Science/Engineering Degree preferred.
  • 0 to 3 years of experience.
  • Experience with CAD Revit Bluebeam Revu software is highly preferred.

Skills/Abilities:

  • Demonstrates a high standard of professionalism and client focus/customer service.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • Resourceful and flexible.
  • Effective at handling multiple tasks.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Able to work collaboratively with multiple team members.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

  • Valid/Unrestricted driver license in your state of residency.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Active/Interim or ability to obtain Secret Security Clearance.

Travel: Up to 25%

Compensation & Benefits:

The expected base salary range for this role is $68k-74k USD per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors including skills experience qualifications and location.

This role is also eligible forperformance-based bonuses and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package including:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
  • Professional development support

For more information visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas OBrien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race colour religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state/provincial or local laws. Salas OBrien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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Salas O'Brien is an employee-owned engineering and technical consulting firm. We deliver impactful, sustainable solutions for the built environment.

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